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When thinking about the history of the Boston Celtics, one general manager stands out: Danny Ainge. “Trader Danny” as he was nicknamed, had no attachment to any player, and would make the deals that best fit the franchise.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / August 15

Tony Allen Reveals Danny Ainge's Cold Reaction That Kept Him Motivated On The Celtics

Tony Allen is considered one of the best on-ball defenders the game has ever seen. Even with the stacked Boston Celtics roster, Allen was truly a valuable asset, something Danny Ainge seemed to be well aware of. Allen revealed that the Celtics' president of basketball operations used to have a unique way of keeping him motivated.

Utah Jazz News / NBA Analysis Network / August 14

‘I wouldn’t…’ John Stockton goes off on Danny Ainge and Utah Jazz for lack of success and intentionally tanking

John Stockton is not a fan of the Utah Jazz intentionally tanking to get new players, slamming President Danny Ainge. The Utah Jazz are hoping to turn things around this season.

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The '2024-25 NBA triple-doubles' quiz

43 different players recorded a triple-double in the 2024-25 NBA season. How many of them can you name in six minutes?

The 'Lottery-Era top-three NBA Draft picks' quiz

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Utah Jazz News / Athlon Sports / June 29

Bill Simmons Blasts Danny Ainge and Utah Jazz for Trading Away Collin Sexton

In a scathing take that has ignited NBA Twitter, sports pundit Bill Simmons has unleashed his frustration over the Utah Jazz’s recent trade of guard Collin

NBA News / Yardbarker

20 old school players who would have thrived in the modern NBA

Which former NBA players watch today's game and think to themselves, Man, I would have been awesome in today's game? Probably all of them. But how many of them are right?

Utah Jazz News / Athlon Sports / June 29

Calls Mount for Danny Ainge’s Firing After Jazz Trade on Sunday

Danny Ainge made a name for himself back when he was in the Boston Celtics' front office. He assembled the team that won a title back in 2008 and played a big part in constructing the team that won another last year.

Rutgers Scarlet Knights News / Hoops Rumors / June 27

Jazz expect Ace Bailey to report for Summer League camp

A Thursday report indicated that Ace Bailey‘s representatives advised at least one team with a top-five pick not to draft him. However, Jazz vice president of player development Avery Bradley didn’t sound concerned on Thursday night about the possibility that Utah is that team or that the No.

Brian Windhorst Thinks Danny Ainge and Jazz Drafted Ace Bailey to Troll the Wizards

No one knew where Rutgers forward Ace Bailey would end up on draft night. The explosive 18-year-old was mocked to be selected throughout the top 10, with only Cooper Flagg the surefire prospect to be picked before him.

Rutgers Scarlet Knights News / Yardbarker / June 26

Jazz call draft prospect's bluff with No. 5 pick

Ace Bailey refused to work out for the Utah Jazz in advance of Wednesday's NBA Draft. The Jazz drafted him anyway.

Paul George calls out top NBA Draft prospect

Mavericks select Cooper Flagg with No. 1 overall pick

Spurs draft Dylan Harper with No. 2 pick

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NBA News / Yardbarker / June 21

Examining what Ace Bailey is trying to achieve with pre-draft approach

Bailey is an elite talent. You have to admire his attempt to work where he wants for the next four years; this dance is more than likely to fail.

Five teams that could unlock Ace Bailey’s star potential

Landing spots for three NBA Draft prospects remain a mystery

Drafter beware: Four NBA lottery prospects who could be busts

Every NBA player to average 30 points per game in a season

The '1972-73 Philadelphia 76ers' quiz

Utah Jazz News / Utah Jazz on SI / June 7

Danny Ainge Makes Strong Statement on Utah Jazz's Austin Ainge Hire

The Utah Jazz made a major addition to their front office over the last week with the announcement of Austin Ainge becoming the franchise's newest president

Utah Jazz News / Utah Jazz on SI / June 6

Danny Ainge Opens Up on Utah Jazz's Failed Trade Efforts

Since the Utah Jazz have broken down their roster headlined by Rudy Gobert and Donovan Mitchell three summers ago in exchange for a bounty of future assets, many have often wondered if, or when, this front office will make a big-time splash on the trade market for an appealing star player to build around for this new group for the coming years.

Utah Jazz News / Utah Jazz on SI / June 5

Danny Ainge Makes Strong Statement on Utah Jazz's Rebuild

While the Utah Jazz have made the addition of Austin Ainge as their president of basketball operations to lead the ship of this rebuild in the front office,

Utah Jazz News / Total Apex Sports / June 3

Utah Jazz Hires Austin Ainge as President of Basketball Operations

The Utah Jazz have hired Austin Ainge as its new President of Basketball Operations. Ainge, 43, previously served as a member of the Boston Celtics’ front office staff.

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NBA News / Athlon Sports / June 3

Former BYU Basketball Star Takes New NBA Front Office Role

From the Marriott Center hardwood to the top of an NBA front office, Austin Ainge’s rise is more than a basketball story, it’s a full-circle homecoming.

Utah Jazz News / Utah Jazz on SI / June 3

Utah Jazz HC Will Hardy Reacts to Austin Ainge Hire

The Utah Jazz made a major announcement to shake up their front office on Monday, upon their hiring of Boston Celtics assistant general manager, Austin Ainge, to become their next president of basketball operations and lead their team in personnel decision-making for the foreseeable future.

Utah Jazz News / Hoops Wire / June 2

Jazz Hire Austin Ainge Away From Celtics, Name Him President Of Basketball Ops

The Utah Jazz have stolen Danny Ainge‘s son from the Boston Celtics. That would be none other than Austin Ainge, who also just happens to be the son of the Jazz’s CEO.

NBA News / Field Level Media / June 2

Jazz hire away longtime Celtics exec Austin Ainge

The Utah Jazz hired longtime Boston Celtics executive Austin Ainge as their new president of basketball operations on Monday. Ainge, 43, worked in the Boston front office for 17 years, most recently as an assistant general manager, and is the son of Jazz CEO and alternate governor Danny Ainge.

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Utah Jazz News / Back in the Day NBA on SI / May 19

Robert Horry Had Good Reason To Show Disrespect Toward Coach Danny Ainge

NBA great Robert Horry had one of the most unforgettable moments in history when he threw a towel in the face of Phoenix Suns coach Danny Ainge in 1997.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / May 16

NBA Legend Had Words After Heated Danny Ainge Moment

Danny Ainge has a reputation in the NBA as a player and an executive. He helped the Boston Celtics win titles in 1984 and 1986, then helped the Portland Trail Blazers and Phoenix Suns make the NBA Finals in 1992 and 1993, respectively.

Utah Jazz News / Hoops Rumors / March 7

Latest news on Jazz organization is terrible news for fan base that already feels disrespected

This season, the Jazz are on pace for just 20 wins, which would be the lowest total in franchise history.

Wizards secure tightly contested victory over Jazz

20 cities that should be considered next for NBA teams

The 'Utah Jazz's back-to-back Finals teams' quiz

NBA News / Yardbarker / February 4

Celtics legend Danny Ainge helps the Lakers again

Danny Ainge will forever be a Celtics legend but he may have soured fans in Beantown with his recent transactions.

Luka Doncic and the Lakers’ legacy of superstar guards

Dwyane Wade makes eye-opening claim about Luka Doncic trade

Every NBA team's all-time leading scorer

The '2021-22 NBA triple-doubles' quiz

Utah Jazz News / Yardbarker / January 22

Danny Ainge looking to repeat Celtics' magic with Jazz

Ainge is looking to replicate the blueprint he used to help turn the Celtics into a powerhouse.

The 25 worst NBA contracts ever signed

The 'Utah Jazz's back-to-back Finals teams' quiz

Utah Jazz News / Hardwood Heroics / April 17, 2024

Utah Jazz News: Danny Ainge Says He is Planning to Make a Big Splash This 2024 Offseason

Utah Jazz CEO of Basketball Operations Danny Ainge is determined to turn the team’s fortunes around as soon as possible after the team failed to make the NBA playoffs for the second straight season.

Utah Jazz News / Hoops Rumors / April 17, 2024

Jazz's Danny Ainge: Team 'ready to go big game hunting' this offseason

The Jazz failed to make the playoffs for the second straight season, and CEO of Basketball Operations Danny Ainge will look for difference makers this offseason to change their fortunes.

Jazz hire former first-round pick as VP of player development

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The 'Utah Jazz's back-to-back Finals teams' quiz

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / February 28, 2024